Category Archives: family

oh brother where art thou?

Sarge has left Alaska and is on his way to Texas to visit his brothers.  It’s been three years since the boys have been together and Sarge has been to Afghanistan, among other places in the world.  We all hope … Continue reading

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colder than russia

In honor of the Olympics and because it was really, really cold outside this morning when I got up, and because we are getting another 8″ of snow today, I am wearing my “Made in Russia” sweatpants. And no, there … Continue reading

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an immortal update

Banjo Man’s “nutritional meeting” was a great success.  The dietitian/nutritionist/herbal goddess was stunned speechless over his breakfast ingredients. And his lunch.  And his salads.  And his green tea and avocado intake. “You must like to shop,” she gulped. Oh, yes, … Continue reading

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the quest for immortality

Banjo Man is somewhat of a health freak. I say this with love. I really do. Today he has gone to see a nutritionist, a person who is also a registered dietitian and is certified in herbal medicine.  He was … Continue reading

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snowed in

We’re expecting a foot of snow tonight and some pretty cold temperatures for the next five or six days, so we’re hunkered down inside.  It’s winter in Rhode Island after all, and it looks like it’s going to be a … Continue reading

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christmas vacation is over

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flu blues news

I may have the flu.  I may have had the flu since last Saturday, a few days after Christmas. I thought it was just an ear ache and a sore throat.  Allergies.  Austin is famous for allergies.  Everyone says so. … Continue reading

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is it over? no!!!

The Christmas holidays continue…

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merry christmas from texas

Christmas Day: 3 am: alarm goes off 4 am: suitcases in the car 5 am: suitcases in the airport 6 am: on the plane 8 am: breakfast sandwiches at Quizno’s in Baltimore 11:30 am: Austin! 1:00 pm: grandson jumping up … Continue reading

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he’s full of beans

Marriage is never easy. Some of you know this.  You know who you are.  (Hint:  you are wearing wedding rings.) Here is my story:   The Mystery of the Missing Beans. Feel free to have an opinion in the Comments … Continue reading

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